UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2026: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially announced the commencement of the online application process for the prestigious Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2026 targeting recruitment across four major engineering categories apply to candidate substantial total of approximately 474 vacancies are expected filled through this examination offering a monumental opportunity for aspiring engineers seeking a distinguished career in various (Group A and Group B) Central Government Services/Posts. Application process which requires mandatory registration on a new Online Application Portal is set to begin on 26 September 2025 and will conclude strictly on 16 October 2025 by 6:00 PM.

Candidates must create a Universal Registration Number (URN) and fill out the Common Application Form (CAF) before proceeding to the examination-specific form. The ESE 2026 offers an attractive salary and is known for its rigorous selection process comprising multiple stages including a Preliminary Examination scheduled for 08 February 2026. Applicants are strongly advised to meticulously review the official rules and instructions before submitting their applications ensuring all required documents including the Aadhaar Card as a preferred ID are prepared in advance for a smooth and seamless application experience.

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) UPSC ESE Recruitment 2026 WWW.INDIASARKARINAUKRI.COM
Important Dates	Application Fees
•Notification Released Date: 16/09/2025 •Apply Start Date: 26/09/2025 •Apply Last Date: 16/10/2025 •Preliminary Exam Date – 08/02/2026 •E-Admission Certificate Issue Date –•Before exam Update Soon •Helpline Window – 26/09/2025 to 16/10/2025 •QP Rep Portal Window – 09/02/2026 to 15/02/2026	•UR/OBC / EWS: Rs. 0/- •SC/ST/ PH Candidates: Rs. 0/-
UPSC ESE Recruitment 2026: Age Limit		TOTAL POST
Minimum Age: 21 Years Maximum Age: 30 Years As On: 01/01/2026		474

Age Relaxation:

· SC/ST: +5 yrs

· OBC: +3 yrs

· Defence Disabled: +3 yrs

· Ex-Servicemen: +5 yrs

· ECOs/SSCOs: +5 yrs

· PwBD: +10 yrs

· Govt Servants: Up to 35 yrs

UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2026: Vacancy & Qualification Details
Category I - Civil Engineering	· Candidate must have Civil Engineering Degree. · Eligible for Group-A Civil Engineering Services/Posts.
Category II - Mechanical Engineering	· Candidate must have Mechanical Engineering Degree. · Eligible for Group-A/B Mechanical Services/Posts.
Category III - Electrical Engineering	· Candidate must have Electrical Engineering Degree. · Eligible for Group-A/B Electrical Engineering Services/Posts.
Category IV - Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering	· Candidate must have Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering Degree. · Eligible for Group-A/B Telecom and Regulatory Services/Posts.

UPSC Engineering Services Examination 2026 : Selection Process

· Preliminary Exam (Objective)

· Main Exam (Descriptive)

· Personality Test/Interview

· Merit-Based Selection

· Document Verification

· Negative Marking Applied

UPSC ESE Group A & Group B Recruitment 2026: Salary

The exact salary for ESE 2026 is not mentioned. Selected candidates will join Group ‘A’ or ‘B’ services with good pay benefits and career growth according to Central Government rules.

How to Apply UPSC ESE Group A & Group B Recruitment 2026

1. Apply candidate create Account and Go to the official site and make a new account.

2. Next stop get URN Make a Universal Registration Number once in a lifetime.

3. Fill CAF complete the Common Application Form with your details and documents.

4. Exam Form Fill the exam-specific form after CAF is done.

5. Photo ID candidate give one ID (Aadhaar/Voter/PAN/Passport/Driving Licence) used in URN.

6. Upload right documents upload all required documents and a recent photo (face ¾ visible).

7. Submit Application Check all info carefully and submit before the deadline.

8. Save Confirmation Download and print the submitted form for future use.

Documents Required

Photo ID	Provide one ID used in URN (Aadhaar/Voter/PAN/Passport/Driving Licence).
Photograph	Upload recent photo (max 10 days old) face ¾ visible.
Supporting Documents	Upload DOB category and education proofs.
Reservation Certificates	EWS/OBC certificate required issued between 01.04.2025–16.10.2025.

UPSC ESE 2026: Exam Centres

· Prelims Exam Cities:
Agartala Ahmedabad Aizawl Aligarh Prayagraj (Allahabad) Bangalore Bareilly Bhopal Chandigarh Chennai Cuttack Dehradun Delhi Dharwad Dispur (Guwahati) Gangtok Hyderabad Imphal Itanagar Jaipur Jammu Mumbai Nagpur Panaji (Goa) Patna Port Blair Raipur Ranchi Sambalpur Shillong Shimla Srinagar Thiruvananthapuram Tirupati Udaipur Vishakhapatnam Kochi (Cochin) Kohima Kolkata Lucknow Madurai Jorhat.

· Mains Exam Cities:
Ahmedabad Aizawl Bangalore Bhopal Chandigarh Chennai Cuttack Dehradun Dispur (Guwahati) Hyderabad Prayagraj (Allahabad) Jaipur Jammu Kolkata Lucknow Mumbai Patna Raipur Thiruvananthapuram Shimla Shillong.

UPSC ESE 2026: Exam Pattern

· Stage I: Preliminary Exam Objective Type 8/02/2026

· Negative Marking for wrong answers

· Use black ball pen on OMR sheet

· Stage II: Main Exam Conventional Type

· Subjects: Civil Mechanical Electrical Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering

How To Apply UPSC ESE Group A & Group B Recruitment 2026

1. Visit portal: Apply online at www.upsconline.nic.in.

2. Make account: Create a new account.

3. Get URN: Generate Universal Registration Number once.

4. Fill CAF: Enter basic details in Common Application Form.

5. Add ID: Provide one Photo ID (Aadhaar/Voter/PAN).

6. Upload docs: Add birth, category, and education certificates.

7. Exam form: Fill Exam Specific Form.

8. Check & submit: Review details, then submit.

9. Apply on time: Between 26.09.2025 to 16.10.2025.

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FAQs

Q1: When is the UPSC ESE 2026 exam?
Ans: The Preliminary exam is on 8th February 2026. Mains and Personality Test dates will be announced later.

Q2: How to apply for UPSC ESE 2026?
Ans: Apply online through the official UPSC website using the ESE 2026 application portal.

Q3: What is the eligibility for UPSC ESE 2026?
Ans: Candidates must have an engineering degree be 21–30 years old and must be Indian citizens.

Q4: What is the application fee for UPSC ESE 2026?
Ans: General candidates pay ₹200. SC/ST/PwBD and female candidates are exempted from the fee.

Q5: When will the admit card be released for UPSC ESE 2026?
Ans: Admit cards can be downloaded online a few weeks before the exam from the official UPSC portal.

Q6: How is the selection done for UPSC ESE 2026?
Ans: Selection is through three stages: Preliminary (8th Feb 2026) Mains and Personality Test.

Q7: What is the salary and job profile for UPSC ESE 2026?
Ans: Candidates get Level 10–12 pay with allowances. Job includes planning executing and supervising engineering projects.

Q8: Where can I check the result for UPSC ESE 2026?
Ans: Results will be announced on the official UPSC website after all exam stages are completed.

Q9: How to prepare for UPSC ESE 2026?
Ans: Focus on important topics practice previous papers attempt mock tests and follow a structured study plan.

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